Find a certified STAR smog check station near you in California — the station type your DMV renewal notice may require

Ray Frey Auto Center

✓ STAR Certified

7696 Vickers Street, San Diego, CA 92111

Call (858) 278-7077 Apple Maps Google Maps

BAR license #244436 · state Bureau of Automotive Repair records · data refresh 2026-08-02

About this STAR station

You'll find Ray Frey Auto Center at 7696 Vickers Street in San Diego, CA (San Diego County). It holds current STAR certification per state Bureau of Automotive Repair program records (data refresh 2026-08-02) — BAR license #244436.

Phone: (858) 278-7077. Confirm hours by phone before heading over. Details can change between data refreshes.

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Common questions

Where is Ray Frey Auto Center located?

Ray Frey Auto Center is at 7696 Vickers Street, San Diego, CA 92111, in San Diego County. Phone: (858) 278-7077.

Is Ray Frey Auto Center a STAR-certified station?

Yes — state Bureau of Automotive Repair STAR program records (refreshed 2026-08-02) list Ray Frey Auto Center (BAR license #244436) as STAR-certified. Every listing on FindStarStation comes from those records.

How often do I need a smog check in California?

Every two years for most vehicles.

  • At sale or transfer
  • First 8 years exempt for new cars
  • Out-of-state imports need one

Per California DMV registration rules.

What does STAR smog check mean?

STAR is BAR's higher-standard certification.

  • Stations meet stricter equipment requirements
  • Directed vehicles must use STAR
  • Look for the STAR seal at the station

Per BAR (bar.ca.gov/smog-check).